Seems to me you could learn from both breeders. The one who's close by you might allow you to watch a delivery, and see how she takes cares of pups. This would be enough for me to drop out of the breeding game. I think it's important to know exactly what the actual "work" is like before you invest too much time in something. I think many people fantasize about certain jobs and the realities are much different.
You seem to not like the idea of driving 3 hours to see the Yorkie breeder, and from what I've read, driving is their second occupation, especially if you're going to show. I would think at first you would want to attend as many shows as possible, even if you don't plan to show, to develop an "eye" for a good dog, and to meet good breeders to advise you.
I think you also have to be realistic on the initial costs of doing this properly, and realize, that there will never be any real income from this, unless you consider 2 cents an hour "income." |